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ATLASea: Atlas of Marine Genomes

Caption : ATLASea teams at the Marine station in Dinard on the coast of Brittany, during a sampling expedition.

[Image: ATLASea teams at the Marine station in Dinard on the coast of Brittany, during a sampling expedition]

The ATLASea project aims to sequence genomes of marine species in French Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), enhancing understanding of diverse life forms.

Coordinated by CEA and CNRS, it will sequence reference genomes for at least 3,900 marine species in metropolitan and 600 in overseas areas, focusing on threatened, scientifically or economically significant ecosystems. The project involves collecting samples, high-quality DNA sequencing, and data management and analysis. Its goals include monitoring marine biodiversity and discovering new biological materials for biotech applications. The data will be freely available and will support research in evolution, genetics, and biochemistry, benefiting aquaculture, agriculture, and medical fields. ATLASea is part of global initiatives such as the European Reference Genome Initiative (ERGA) and the Earth Biogenome Project (EBP), aligning with the European Union’s sustainable blue economy initiatives and the United Nation Ocean Decade Programme.

ATLASea was introduced in Webinar 1 of the OBON Network Spotlight series – view on YouTube.

Lead Institute
Collaborating institutes
Key contacts

Hugues Roest Crollius

Project updates

Project period

6 January, 2024 – 30 May, 2031 

Joined OBON in July, 2024
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